Trackunit RAW TU501 Instruction Manual
Mobile number and unit
serial number are located on
the box. The label can be
peeled off and saved for
later use.
+xx xx xx xx xx
S/N xxxxxx
Mount Raw with the serial
number facing outwards in
order to see the LED.
Status LED mode LED color Status indication
Red flashing light and constant
green light in LED
- Mobile network is OK
- GPS has valid satellite
position
No light in LED - No power supply
Constant red light and no green
light in LED
- NO mobile network
- GPS has NO satellite position
Red flashing light and no green
light in LED
- Mobile network is OK
- GPS has NO satellite position
Constant red light and green light
in LED
- NO mobile network
- GPS has satellite position
Practical advice
Functionality Check
LED status indication
M8 connector for access control and temperature sensor
M8 connector for access control and temperature sensor
Connection Guide Raw TU501
Can be connected to hour counter. Optional input 2
Connect to the ignition signal (mandatory for vehicles and machines)1
Can be used to control a relay 3/ 4
Connect to machine battery through a fuse (mandatory)
1
Connect to ground (mandatory)
Description
Can be used for INFILT function. Optional input 2
Optional input 1
Machine and vehicle guidelines for correct wiring
Connect to CAN High
Connect to CAN Low
1 - Wire input
CAN High
CAN Low
Additional input for TU501-2
1 - Wire input
Additional input for TU501-4
Digital output 1
Digital input 3
Ground
Power
Digital input 2
Digital input 1
Digital input 4
7005.2104 V4
Wire color
2Active/high when min. 9,5V DC
at input
3 Max. load 200 mA
4 Do NOT use this output to switch off
vehicles and machines during operation
or driving
1 Supply voltage range
12 - 48 V
TU501 devices have to be installed in a minimum distance of 5 cm from the
user of the machine or vehicle.
Installation Example With Access Control
Machine
battery
Ignition
white
87a
8786
85 30
yellow
blue
brown
red
Starter
Machine
Fuse
HOURS
0 0 0 0 0
Hour counter
Alternator
Main
switch
pink
Regulatory Information and Precautions
Use Location
This equipment design applies to commercial or industrial equipment expected to be installed in locations where only
adults are normally present.
Terms of Use
Use only Trackunit approved accessories and/or batteries. Do not connect incompatible products.
New Battery
In case of battery malfunction, expiration or any other situation where a new battery might be needed, please contact
Trackunit support.
CE mark
The TU501 / ME501 product complies with the essential requirements of the RED 2014/53/EU directive with respect to the
EMC requirements, safety and radio spectrum matters.
FCC mark
The TU501 / ME501 product contains radio transmitters and complies with the essential requirements of Part 15, 22 and 24
of the FCC rules, and with RSS-GEN, RSS-132, RSS-133, RSS-210 and ICES-003 of the Industry Canada requirements.
Environmental
The TU501 / ME501 product complies with the environmental conditions for rolling stock and transportation according to
DIN EN 50125-1 and IEC 61373 / DIN EN 61373 with the IP67 classification including vibrations/drop according to SAE J1455
(heavy trucks).
Charging
The battery will recharge as long as its temperature range is within 0°C and +45°C / 32°F and 113°F and the vehicle to
which the unit is mounted is running.
Operating Conditions
The internal battery will operate in temperature ranges from -20ºC to +60ºC
In case of temperatures going outside of this range, the internal battery will be disabled by the device. Battery lifetime is
expected to be three years under normal operating conditions.
Long Term Storage /Operating Conditions
It is recommended to remove the battery during long term storage/continuous operation outside the temperatures
specified in the operating conditions. Battery lifetime is expected to be three years under normal operating conditions.
Fuse
Recommended fuse holders and fuses for installation up to 48V supply voltage (can be ordered at Trackunit A/S):
a. Supply voltage 12V/24V (max. 30A)
1. ATO blade fuses (max. 32V/1A) used with Littelfuse FHAC0002SXJ fuse holder (standard).
b. Supply voltage 12V - 48V (max. 30A)
1. FKS blade fuse (max. 80V/3A - ATO style) used with Littelfuse FH2 fuse holder (recommended).
Machinery
The TU501 / ME501 product complies with the essential requirements of the Directive 2006/42/EC and EU regulation
2013/167 when integrated and used as intended:
I) EN 13309 Construction machinery
II) IISO 13766 Earth-moving machinery
III) EN/ISO 14982 Agricultural and forestry machines
IV) EN/ISO 14982 UN regulative ECE R10 EMC rev. 4
in accordance with EU regulation 2009/661 for (Electronic Sub-Assembly) ESA.
NOTE: Harmonized standards under the directive 2014/30/EU has been applied.
Safety Statements
FCC/IC part 15.19 Notice
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is
subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
FCC part 15.21 Notice
Changes or modifications made to this equipment not expressly approved by Trackunit may void the FCC authoriza-
tion to operate this equipment.
IC RSS-GEN Notice
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence.
L'exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes: (1) l'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2)
l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible
d'en compromettre le fonctionnement.
FCC/IC Radiofrequency Radiation Exposure Information
This equipment complies with FCC /IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This
equipment may be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 5 cm between the radiator and the user.
This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
Environmental Compliance
IEC 61373, EN/IEC 60068-2-1:2007 Cold
IEC 61373, EN/IEC 60068-2-2:2007 Dry heat
EN 50125-1, EN/IEC 60068-2-27:2008 Shock
SAE J1455, EN/IEC 60068-2-31:2008 Drop
EN 50125-1,SAE J1455, EN/IEC 60068-2-64:2008 Random vibration
IEC 61373, EN/IEC 60068-2-78:2001 Damp heat steady state
IEC 61373, (IEC 60529+A1+A2)CSV:2013 Degrees of protection (IP code) : IP67
NOTE A: The TU501 / ME501 is not to be mounted in areas with presence of motor oil, gasoline, diesel fuel, hydraulic
fluid, brake fluid, transmission fluid , glycol and water mixture, etc.
NOTE B: The housing is not designed to withstand high pressure cleaning. Only use the TU501 / ME501 when mounted
inside the designated Trackunit protection cap (can be ordered at Trackunit A/S) in mounting areas where high
pressure cleaning is common procedure.
Regulatory Labeling
The TU501 / ME501 product family is regulatory compliant to the following regulations:
1. Login
2. Find unit
3. Review status
4. Basic configuration options
• Go to verify.trackunit.com
• Enter user name and password
• Enter serial number
• Click “Find”
• Time of last received data
• GPS and mobile signal
• Mobile number
• Power supply voltage
• Internal battery voltage
• Status of inputs 1-4 (on/off)
• Click “Find” again to refresh status
• Enter:
A name of the device
Engine hours - start
Start distance
• Select “Category”
• Connect up to multiple groups
• Add a note (will be visible for the
device in Trackunit Manager)
5. Logout
• Click “Update” to save
• Click “Logout”
Note: Prior to verification, make sure the Raw is installed and active in an area with sufficient
GPS and mobile coverage.
Installation Check & Update
Using “Verify my Trackunit”
www.trackunit.com/support/
PTCRB Certification for Interoperability with Mobile Networks
All variants of the TU501 product series under FCC ID: ZMF-ME501 and IC: 9746A-ME501 are certified for PTCRB
interoperability with mobile networks. Specific Trackunit design certificates have been obtained for: TU501-4 and TU501-9.
Please have the unit’s serial number ready
when contacting support.
7005.2104 V3.3
Declaration of Conformity for TU501 available at www.trackunit.com/support/download/
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